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Court of Appeal rules OceanaGold's previous mining license unlawful

1 report, 1 independent Updated Nov 1
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What happened

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The Court of Appeal ruled that a previous 40-year license to occupy an unformed paper road held by OceanaGold was unlawful. The license had been challenged by environmental group Ours Not Mines Ltd. The temporary camp site, which is currently operational, now requires a renewal of its license.

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Why it matters

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The ruling impacts the operational status of OceanaGold's temporary camp site in Waihī. The Hauraki District Council is currently considering granting OceanaGold a new five-year Licence to Occupy.

From sunlive.co.nz

Who's involved

  • Court of AppealRuled that a previous license held by OceanaGold was unlawful
  • OceanaGoldOperates a temporary camp site whose previous license was ruled unlawful

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • OceanaGoldSpeculative

    OceanaGold might face changes in operational costs or timelines while securing a new license for its temporary camp site.

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